Here's the breakdown:
* Gram-positive bacteria: These bacteria have a thick layer of peptidoglycan (a complex sugar-protein polymer) as their primary cell wall component. They also have a smaller amount of other components like teichoic acids.
* Gram-negative bacteria: These bacteria have a thinner layer of peptidoglycan and an outer membrane composed of lipopolysaccharides (LPS), phospholipids, and proteins.
In summary:
* Gram-positive bacteria: Thick peptidoglycan layer
* Gram-negative bacteria: Thin peptidoglycan layer and an outer membrane
The specific composition of the cell wall can vary depending on the species of bacteria.